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3rd April 2026 7:00 am 0 Council welcomes national funding for Armed Forces Community Support charity

THE borough council has welcomed national funding for Warrington’s Armed Forces Community Support Charity based in Orford. Read More

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3rd April 2026 7:00 am 0 When Time Team came to town in search of the Romans

It was in the summer of 1998 when I first became interested in the possibility that the Romans had once occupied land close to Rixton and Warburton sometime between the 1st to 4th century AD. Read More

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2nd April 2026 7:00 am 0 Mayor announces two fundraising events supporting local charities

The Mayor of Warrington is calling on local residents, businesses and community groups to join two special fundraising events this spring, raising vital funds for this year’s Mayoral Charities. Read More

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1st April 2026 7:00 am 0 Success of Talking Points scheme brings expansion

THE success of Warrington’s “Talking Point” scheme – launched by the borough council some four years ago – has resulted in a new venue opening in Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub. Read More

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1st April 2026 7:00 am 0 Take part in St Rocco’s 100km challenge and make every kilometre count

St Rocco’s Hospice is calling on the local community to get active and make a difference this spring, with the launch of their new virtual fundraiser, 100K in May. Read More

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31st March 2026 11:46 am 0 Praise for community champion who came to man’s aid during charity run

LOCAL community champion Christopher Ball has been praised for his bravery and compassion after coming to the aid of a man in distress while taking part in a 24-hour charity run through Orford Park, Warrington. Read More

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31st March 2026 7:00 am 0 Repair Café heading to Stockton Heath

THE first Repair Café for Stockton Heath is being organised at St Thomas’ Church Hall on Saturday, May 16 Read More

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31st March 2026 7:00 am 0 Lymm Runners go “Goggins” again for The Walton Centre Charity

Lymm Runners are preparing to take on their gruelling “Goggins” challenge again, after raising an impressive £18,820 for The Walton Centre Charity last year. Read More

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30th March 2026 1:19 pm 0 The best ways charities can raise money in 2026

The fundraising landscape has never been more dynamic or more competitive. With donor expectations rising and digital tools evolving rapidly, charities that thrive in 2026 are those willing to diversify their income streams, embrace technology, and build genuine community around their cause. Read More

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29th March 2026 7:59 pm 1 Marathon runner supports man in crisis on way to completing 24-hour charity run for Mayor’s charities

MARATHON runner Chris Ball showed the true spirit of humanity during his 24-hour charity run supporting the Mayor’s charities, as he went to the aid of a man in crisis during the night at Orford Park. Read More